Energy Performance Certificate
2 The Farm Cottages, Finchale Banks Farm
DH4 6QP
HOUGHTON LE SPRING
Current
D
68
Potential
D
68
At a Glance
About This Property
This semi-detached house is located in HOUGHTON LE SPRING, DH4 6QP. The property offers 99.35m² (1069 sq ft) of good-sized living space with 3 habitable rooms. It is a recently constructed modern home. With an EPC rating of D (68/100), this property is around the UK average for energy efficiency. Heating is provided by oil-fired central heating. While effective, oil prices can be volatile and the system produces higher carbon emissions than gas or heat pumps. The walls feature cavity wall insulation with good efficiency ratings, providing solid thermal performance. The property has good loft insulation, though topping up to the recommended 270mm depth could provide additional energy savings. Double glazing is installed throughout the property, providing good thermal and acoustic insulation. Estimated annual energy costs are £812, comprising £583 for heating, £175 for hot water, and £54 for lighting. The property produces 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, which is low for a UK home.
How Does 2 The Farm Cottages Compare?
With an energy efficiency score of 68/100, this HOUGHTON LE SPRING property is around the national average for UK homes. Annual energy costs of £812 are approximately £988 below the UK average of £1800, representing significant savings. The 99.35m² floor area is above the UK average of 87m². At 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year, emissions are below the UK average of 4.5 tonnes.
Data source: Comparisons based on UK national statistics from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.This property is located in the DH4 postcode district.
How This Property Compares
vs UK Average
vs HOUGHTON LE SPRING
vs DH4
National Ranking: With an EPC score of 68/100, this property is average and performs better than approximately 45% of UK homes for energy efficiency.
Top 55% nationally
Energy Costs: £106/year more than the HOUGHTON LE SPRING average
Energy Efficiency Rating
📊 Official EPC Register DataCurrent Rating
Potential Rating
Based on assessment dated 4 Aug 2011
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Property Information
Full Address
2 The Farm Cottages
Finchale Banks Farm
Leamside
DH4 6QP
HOUGHTON LE SPRING
Property Type
House
Semi-Detached
Construction Age
England and Wales: 2007 onwards
Floor Area
99.35 m²
3.0 total rooms
3.0 heated
Tenure
owner-occupied
Efficiency Score
68 / 100
Potential: 68
CO₂ Emissions
2.6 tonnes/year
26 kg/m²
Energy Consumption
128 kWh/m²/year
Last Inspected
4 Aug 2011
marketed sale
About HOUGHTON LE SPRING
HOUGHTON LE SPRING is situated in County Durham, North East. Properties in HOUGHTON LE SPRING have an average EPC rating of D (score 64/100). The DH4 postcode district contains over 12500 registered properties. As a modern build, this property benefits from contemporary construction standards and improved energy efficiency requirements.
Location & Nearby Area
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Annual Energy Costs
Heating
Boiler and radiators, LPG
£583.0/yr
Hot Water
£175.0/yr
Lighting
100.0% low energy
£54.0/yr
Building Elements
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Roof
Pitched, insulated (assumed)
Windows
Fully double glazed
Floor
Solid, insulated (assumed)
Heating System
Boiler and radiators, LPG
Main Fuel
LPG (not community)
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
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View UK Property Insights →Nearby Schools
Within 3 miles of this property
West Rainton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Feb 2023
Lumley Junior School
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2018
Lumley Infant and Nursery School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2013
Finchale Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Nov 2019
East Rainton Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jun 2023
Belmont Cheveley Park Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Dec 2018
Dubmire Primary
PrimaryLast inspected: Sept 2019
Woodlea Primary School
PrimaryLast inspected: Jan 2019
About school ratings: Ofsted ratings range from Outstanding to Inadequate. These ratings are based on inspections of teaching quality, leadership, pupil behavior, and safety. Note that school catchment areas vary - check with the school or local council for admission details.
Data source: School information from Get Information About Schools (GIAS). Distances are approximate. Always verify school catchment areas directly with the school or local education authority.
Broadband & Connectivity
Average download speed: 20 Mbps
Download Speed
Upload Speed
Available Providers
What do these speeds mean? 10-30 Mbps: Good for browsing and streaming. 30-100 Mbps: Great for multiple users and HD streaming. 100-300 Mbps: Excellent for 4K streaming and gaming. 300+ Mbps: Perfect for large households and heavy internet use.
Data source: Broadband speeds are from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025 report (July 2025 release). Data shows typical speeds available in this postcode area. Actual speeds at this specific property may vary depending on line quality, distance from exchange, and chosen provider. Always verify availability with providers before committing.
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About this EPC: Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years and are required when a property is built, sold, or rented. Learn more about EPCs or book an EPC assessment.
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Data Sources: This report contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Data from: UK Energy Performance Certificate Register, HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, and Police.uk crime statistics.